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MJ52 CYL

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 107,126 miles on the clock, averaging 5,713 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for MJ52 CYL

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,126
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,713

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading107,126 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,713
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ52 CYL 39k56k73k90k107k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,126 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage103,450 miles
Since last MOT+2,700 miles
PASS
Mileage100,750 miles
Since last MOT+157 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,319 miles
PASS
Mileage97,274 miles
Since last MOT+3,773 miles
PASS
Mileage93,501 miles
Since last MOT+7,524 miles
PASS
Mileage85,977 miles
Since last MOT+5,645 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,332 miles
Since last MOT+7,342 miles
PASS
Mileage72,990 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,990 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
PASS
Mileage67,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,862 miles
Since last MOT+6,257 miles
PASS
Mileage61,605 miles
Since last MOT+8,004 miles
PASS
Mileage53,601 miles
Since last MOT+14,935 miles
PASS
Mileage38,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,666 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 CYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MJ52 CYL

What car is MJ52 CYL?

MJ52 CYL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MJ52 CYL?

The last recorded mileage for MJ52 CYL was 107,126 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ52 CYL passed its MOT?

MJ52 CYL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2018.

Is MJ52 CYL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ52 CYL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MJ52 CYL?

MJ52 CYL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.